2021 Press Releases

3M for Didi Hirsch Suicide Prevention

 

December 1, 2021

Suicide Prevention: OC Allocates $3 Million for High-Risk Patients After Hospitalization

On Tuesday, November 16, the Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved $3 million to address a gap in the continuum of care for high-risk individuals after they have been discharged from a hospital. The program, operated by Didi Hirsch Psychiatric Service, will directly link patients to step-down therapeutic intervention, prevention, and postvention services.

Workforce Development Fair Recap 10-23

 

October 26, 2021

Free OC Workforce Development Resource Fair a Success at the Asian Garden Mall 

Last Saturday, in collaboration with the Orange County Workforce Development Board and the LA/OC Building Trades, Supervisor Andrew Do hosted a Workforce Development and Resource Fair at the Asian Garden Mall in Westminster.

Workforce Development Fair 10-23

 

October 18, 2021

Free OC Job & Workforce Development Fair

Orange County is helping workers find high-paying jobs and explore new career paths by hosting a free job and career fair on Saturday, October 23.

2021 Flu Shot Clinics 1

 

October 14, 2021

Orange County Offers Free Flu Shot Clinics - October 19, 21, 26, 29

Orange County is providing residents seasonal flu shots – free of charge! Last autumn, following the widespread mitigation measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the number of flu cases was historically mild. However, health experts fear a more serious flu season this fall and winter. 

5M for Food Assistance

 

September 29, 2021

Food Assistance: Orange County Approves $5 Million for Local Food Assistance and Emergency Preparedness

On Tuesday, September 28, the Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a proposal brought forth by Chairman Andrew Do and Supervisor Lisa Bartlett to allocate $5 million towards local food assistance during emergencies.

Sunset Classic Car Show and Concert

 

September 23, 2021

Over 5,000 People Celebrated the End of Summer with the First-Ever Classic Car Show & Concert at Mile Square Park

On Saturday, September 18th, Orange County celebrated the end of summer at Mile Square Park with the first-ever Sunset Classic Car Show and Concert.

Moon Festival

 

September 22, 2021

Nearly 7,500 Families Gathered in an Outdoor Setting to Celebrate the Annual Moon Festival at Mile Square Park

In a tradition dating back thousands of years, Orange County celebrated the Annual Moon Festival at Mile Square Park last Sunday, September 19, with live entertainment and arts for children and families.

Mental Health - Chartable Ventures

 

 August 13, 2021

Mental Health: Orange County Expands Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Services

On August 10th, the Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an amendment to the contract with Charitable Ventures of Orange County to increase the early childhood mental health consultation services to children up to eight years old. 

20M for Veterans Cemetery

 

 July 28, 2021

Orange County Board of Supervisors Allocates $20 Million Towards a Veterans Cemetery in Anaheim Hill

Yesterday, the Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously passed item S40A, brought forward by Supervisor Donald P. Wagner and Chairman Andrew Do, allocating $20 million from the county’s general fund towards a Veterans cemetery site in Anaheim Hills.

OC Equity Map Launch

 

July 12, 2021

Orange County Launches OC Equity Map to Address Inequality & Resource Disparities 

Orange County is taking a data-driven approach to addressing inequality and resource disparities. On July 14, the County will launch a new mapping tool that monitors Orange County’s health and social gaps.

The Priority Center

June 7, 2021

Mental Health: Orange County Seeks to Break the Cycle of Childhood Trauma with Non-Profit Partnership 

On May 25th, the Orange County Board of Supervisors approved nearly $9.3 million for The Priority Center, formerly known as the Child Abuse Prevention Center, to break the generational cycle of childhood trauma through early intervention and mental health services.

Dr. Chau

May 28, 2021

Dr. Clayton Chau Awarded the 2021 Physician of the Year by the Orange County Medical Association

Chairman Andrew Do and Vice Chairman Doug Chaffee of the Orange County Board of Supervisors congratulate Dr. Clayton Chau, Orange County Health Officer and Director of the Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA), for being awarded the 2021 Physician of the Year by the Orange County Medical Association.

Continuum of Care

 

May 5, 2021

Mental Health: OC Ensures Accessibility to Mental Health Resources for Military Personnel and Their Families

Last week, the Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Chairman Andrew Do’s proposal to renew Orange County’s Contract with Child Guidance Center, expanding the Continuum of Care for Veterans and Military Families program.

OC Denounces Racism and Hate Crimes

 

March 24, 2021

Chairman Andrew Do and Supervisor Lisa Bartlett Denounce Racism & Hate Crimes

During the March 23rd Board meeting, the Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved two resolutions, one from Chairman Andrew Do, First District, titled “Orange County Board of Supervisors Commitment to Action Against Racism” and the other from Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, Fifth District, titled “County of Orange Stands in Solidarity to Denounce All Hate Crimes.”

2M for Economic Recovery - Santa Ana

 

March 17, 2021

Orange County Provides $2 Million in Economic Aid: $500,000 for Santa Ana Safe Dining Project, More Cities to Follow

The County of Orange is providing $2 million in economic support for struggling small businesses in the First District. The First District Cities of Santa Ana, Garden Grove, Westminster/Midway City, and Fountain Valley will each receive $500,000 to support small businesses in targeted economic development zones.

ADA Lanes at Disney Super POD Site

 

March 9, 2021

Expanding Equity in COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution: Orange County Opens ADA Drive-Thru Lanes at the Disneyland Super POD Site

On March 8th, the Disneyland Vaccine Super Point-of-Dispensing (POD) site reopened as a drive-thru site with American with Disabilities Act (ADA) lanes to allow for individuals to receive in-car vaccinations.

OCTA Service Changes

 

March 5, 2021

Public Transportation: OCTA Seeks Public Input to Improve Bus Service

OCTA Seeks Public Input to Improve Bus Service. There are multiple ways for the public to share their comments and ideas leading up to OCTA’s public hearing on Monday, April 26. Click here to view some ways the public can participate.

Santa Ana College Vaccine POD Site

 

February 16, 2021

Ensuring Equity in COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution: County of Orange Opens New COVID-19 Vaccine Point of Dispensing (POD) Site at Santa Ana College 

Starting February 17, 2021, at the direction of Chair Andrew Do and Vice Chairman Doug Chaffee, who formed the Testing and Vaccine Ad Hoc Committee of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, the County will open a COVID-19 Vaccine POD (Point of Dispensing) site at Santa Ana College in Santa Ana. 

Inmate CalFresh Program

 

February 5, 2021

Innovative Proposal to Pre-Enroll Inmates in Nutrition Program Prior to Release Granted Federal Approval

Starting March 1, 2021, Orange County inmates will be able to apply for CalFresh benefits (formerly called food stamps) up to 30 days before their release under a pilot program recently approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Addressing basic daily needs in order to ensure a successful transition back into the community is part of an aggressive County criminal justice reform strategy known as the Integrated Services Strategy.

Language Access for All

 

February 4, 2021

Language Access for All: OC Hires Veteran Journalist Martin Plascencia to Lead Spanish-Language Outreach

As part of its new language access policy, Orange County has hired Martin Plascencia to lead its Spanish-language communications and outreach efforts.

Vaccine Equity Pilot Program

January 26, 2021

Protecting Our Most Vulnerable: OC Launches COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Pilot Program

Today, the Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a plan authored by Chairman Andrew Do and Vice Chairman Doug Chaffee to establish the COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Pilot Program, designed to improve direct access to vaccinations for individuals who live in the hardest-hit communities by the pandemic.